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The Ginger Fox

4.2 (5 reviews)
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Open 12:00 pm - 11:30 PM

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10 years ago

Best food and service I have had in Sussex, and cheaper than the chains in Brighton. Way to go. Will be back.

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Thatched Inn

Thatched Inn

(2 reviews)

££

With its beautiful roof of Norfolk reeds and oak beams, this pub really is a charming place to head…read morefor a nice long lunch on a warm day. There's a huge garden to accommodate large groups and there's plenty of room inside the place too. The staff and owners are really friendly and can't do enough to make you feel welcome. Food wise, I can't recommend the steaks enough here. They source the meat locally and you can tell the difference in the flavour. The Sirloins are fantastic and the chef really knows how to cook it to order (you'd be surprised how many don't. Perfect place to head to on a sunny Sunday afternoon.

The Thatched Inn will always hold a little place in my heart. Aside from the great impression it…read moremakes on pulling into the car park, due to the exceptionally maintained thatched roof, it is the 'pubiness' that makes it a winner. Located on the fringes of Hassocks and overlooking a beautiful stretch of Sussex countryside (great for a post Sunday roast walk to preserve the waistline!), the pub has the advantage of space that Brighton establishments sometimes lack. You would be hard pressed not to find a parking space and the same applies to seating within. The pub provides a cozy bar including a pool table if you fancy stopping by for a swift pint, the 'Keymer' bar for a more relaxed beverage and a large, yet homely dining area if you have come to eat. I will come back to the food in a minute. In the summer, the expansive secluded garden is perfect for children to bomb about, or for those summer nights when the weather is pleasant (of course, a bit hit and miss in this country!). The menu is wide ranging (check the website for a current list of dishes) and offers traditional, quality pub food. A lot of the produce is locally sourced and cooked to order. Sometimes this does mean that you wait a little longer for your meal, but the wait is worth it in such a nice environment. This is a great pub to consider for a Sunday roast, especially if you live in Brighton and have access to a car. They will happily take bookings and also cater for private parties in the dining area. I would have liked to see a wider range of ales on tap, but they do try and keep a local brew or two in rotation. Aside from that, expect your regular range of alcoholic tipples on offer. Many moons ago, in my youth we used to walk to the Thatched from Burgess Hill for our Friday drinking sessions and I would still make that walk! I guess the one negative is the location if you are without transport, but if you do make the pilgrimage from the station, I believe you will be glad that you did.

Royal Oak

Royal Oak

(7 reviews)

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The Royal Oak is a country pub in the South Downs village of Poynings. It has a seasonal menu…read more(changes every few months) but has some stalwarts on there that never change (Harvey's Beer Battered Fish and Chips is my favourite!). I recently had the chilli con carne and it was amazing. Slow braised beef in a rich chilli; I would've preferred slightly hotter but that is almost always true when I eat hot foods. I washed it down with a pint of Sussex Best Harveys! The pub has a a lovely village atmosphere; lots of locals standing at the bar and chatting so if you like peace and quiet then you should request a table towards the back of the pub. We prefer the noise and so eat in the main bar area next to the log fire.

Love this pub... Serving quality food all year round, it's the right place for any intrepid walkers…read morewho are making their way across the South Downs in summer to find a refreshing pint of Perry... Or, if in winter, it's a haven to drive to to warm your bones at. Situated right in the heart of Poynnings, with a large car park out back, you're always likely to find a table here. Choose from the specials menu up on the board, or order off the main menu... And you won't be disappointed. Food here it top quality and has a good hearty selection of traditional English faire to choose from. Even the vegetarian options (of which there are quite a few) are filling and tasty. Drinks wise, they offer a good selection of English ales, some lagers too (Carling and Fosters being two), as well as my all time summer favourite - Perry (a pear cider). The drinks are standard prices, while the food is mid-pricey... Though, it's worth it, and is as tasty as it gets. Beer garden outside too...

The Ginger Fox

The Ginger Fox

(3 reviews)

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I know I say this every time I visit one of the Ginger restaurants but seeing as I have now visited…read morethem all I've finally made my decision on my favourite and it's definitely got to be the Fox. It's such a lovely setting, in a beautiful old thatched house in the middle of nowhere. (Hassocks but you'd need to drive or take a taxi from the town or station). I'm hot on my mood lighting and they had it lit perfectly in here, it felt proper dreamy. The staff are so pleasant, our beautiful waitress couldn't do enough for us and spoke to us like we were old friends. Before we sat down at our table, we decided to have a drink in the big comfy seats by the bar first which settled us in nicely. They don't offer much cider wise but have some tasty draught beers. We were seated and opted for a bottle of Malbec. The starters came out quickly and looked to die for. I opted for the crispy pigs head which was delicious, set off by the langoustine that had been brushed with rosemary. Unfortunately, I found a small hair on my plate but after still demolishing the food and discreetly telling the waitress, the chef offered me a complimentary pudding. Winning. For main course I opted for the guinea fowl which was hands down one of the best dishes I've ever had the pleasure of eating. Mouth-wateringly moist (ew sorry - I hate that word but there is no other way to describe it) with shredded wing meat in a crispy breadcrumb coating which added a dynamic texture, butternut squash purée, artichoke fondants and a morel jus... WOWEEE. An excellent combination - I was distraught to finish it. I rounded off the evening with a cheeseboard - the exquisite Balcombe Blue made another appearance which I was chuffed about, finished with Irish coffee and truffles. BOOM. OUSSHHH. If only there was a stretcher and a big fluffy bed upstairs to carry me into! I think they should definitely turn it into an Inn too. Gorgeous evening, will hopefully be back VERY soon! Recommend it for birthdays and cosy celebrations.

I have had many friends rant and rave about the ginger fox for a long time and was thoroughly…read morelooking forward to finally going. However my expectations disappointed me a little. The food was nice but not the quality i had expected. The staff were polite and helpful and well presented. The decor was just how i had imagined, however a little un-kept (rusty windows with a draft although it was closed) but i suppose that's the cottage feel! I think if i hadn't walked in with such high expectations due to friends comments i may have given 4 stars.

The Ginger Fox - pubs - Updated May 2026

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